Project Manager
| Posting date: | 29 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 26 February 2026 |
| Location: | Leicestershire, LE19 4SA |
| Company: | Ipsum Utilities Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | ORG6276-AW1484566EndPM |
Summary
Project Manager
Location: Remote
Employment type: Full Time, Permanent
Working Hours: Monday to Friday
What’s in it for you…
We believe in looking after our people, and it shows. When you join Ipsum, you’re not just taking a job — you’re starting a career with real support behind it.
· 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
· Option to buy up to 5 additional holidays
· Group Personal Pension Plan
· Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications
· 24/7 access to a virtual GP and Mental health support & counselling services
· Cycle to Work scheme
· Discount club - supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more!
· Life assurance cover
· Long service recognition
· Enhanced Maternity Pay
· Paid volunteering opportunities in your community
About the role…
The Project Manager is responsible for planning and leading the successful delivery of a portfolio of projects, being the interface between the Operations team and the business at a senior level and managing internal and external stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of specific projects.
As a Project Manager you will…
· Develop, promote and maintain a safety culture to deliver excellent Health and Safety performance.
· Be accountable for all aspects of the delivery service within the specific projects
· Manage the commercial budget for the projects and deliver within budget.
· Lead a multi-functional team to deliver projects This includes setting up direct labour squads and expanding Ipsum supply chain.
· Lead and mentor a team ensuring delivery to TCQ (Time; Cost & Quality) and ensuring safe delivery whilst maximising efficiencies and achieving business objectives
· Develop strong relationships with the leadership team to ensure the service being offered meets the Client expectations.
· Identify additional opportunities and work
· Manage risks and changes at programme level and escalate issues affecting programme / project delivery.
· Develop and maintain resource plans to ensure appropriate resources are in place to deliver the workload.
· Review performance, take appropriate action as necessary and report to the Framework Manager and other executives on a monthly basis.
· Ensure compliance with corporate governance.
· Manage the relationship with the Supply Chain (sub-contractors) to successfully deliver projects and act as an escalation point for any issues arising from the performance of the contract
· Develop and implement an internal and external stakeholder management and escalation plan for the programme of work.
About you…
· Significant leadership and people management skills and an ability to build and develop high performing teams from across the business and external organisations and coach and mentor as appropriate
· Previous experience in a Project Management position
· Degree, or equivalent, in Utilities Management or Project Management
· Driving Licence
Our commitment to Equal Opportunities...
We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences, and we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. Before applying, please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we process your data in line with GDPR.
Next steps...
If you’re interested in this opportunity, please apply or reach out to the Talent Team for more info!
Location: Remote
Employment type: Full Time, Permanent
Working Hours: Monday to Friday
What’s in it for you…
We believe in looking after our people, and it shows. When you join Ipsum, you’re not just taking a job — you’re starting a career with real support behind it.
· 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
· Option to buy up to 5 additional holidays
· Group Personal Pension Plan
· Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications
· 24/7 access to a virtual GP and Mental health support & counselling services
· Cycle to Work scheme
· Discount club - supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more!
· Life assurance cover
· Long service recognition
· Enhanced Maternity Pay
· Paid volunteering opportunities in your community
About the role…
The Project Manager is responsible for planning and leading the successful delivery of a portfolio of projects, being the interface between the Operations team and the business at a senior level and managing internal and external stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of specific projects.
As a Project Manager you will…
· Develop, promote and maintain a safety culture to deliver excellent Health and Safety performance.
· Be accountable for all aspects of the delivery service within the specific projects
· Manage the commercial budget for the projects and deliver within budget.
· Lead a multi-functional team to deliver projects This includes setting up direct labour squads and expanding Ipsum supply chain.
· Lead and mentor a team ensuring delivery to TCQ (Time; Cost & Quality) and ensuring safe delivery whilst maximising efficiencies and achieving business objectives
· Develop strong relationships with the leadership team to ensure the service being offered meets the Client expectations.
· Identify additional opportunities and work
· Manage risks and changes at programme level and escalate issues affecting programme / project delivery.
· Develop and maintain resource plans to ensure appropriate resources are in place to deliver the workload.
· Review performance, take appropriate action as necessary and report to the Framework Manager and other executives on a monthly basis.
· Ensure compliance with corporate governance.
· Manage the relationship with the Supply Chain (sub-contractors) to successfully deliver projects and act as an escalation point for any issues arising from the performance of the contract
· Develop and implement an internal and external stakeholder management and escalation plan for the programme of work.
About you…
· Significant leadership and people management skills and an ability to build and develop high performing teams from across the business and external organisations and coach and mentor as appropriate
· Previous experience in a Project Management position
· Degree, or equivalent, in Utilities Management or Project Management
· Driving Licence
Our commitment to Equal Opportunities...
We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and experiences, and we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. Before applying, please review our Privacy Policy to understand how we process your data in line with GDPR.
Next steps...
If you’re interested in this opportunity, please apply or reach out to the Talent Team for more info!